Information Security Analyst III

About the role

Panasonic is seeking a senior Information Security Analyst III to lead complex information security activities across PECNA’s IT and OT environments. This role supports cybersecurity maturity, audit readiness, and risk reduction in a highly automated, safety-critical manufacturing setting. Operating with a high degree of independence, the analyst provides day-to-day functional guidance, technical oversight, and mentorship to junior team members while partnering with cross-functional teams and third-party providers to translate security requirements into operationally effective, auditable practices.

The position also contributes to the development and application of data-driven security capabilities using platforms such as Palantir Foundry, including integrating security data sources, developing analytical workflows, and enabling insights that improve visibility, risk identification, and decision-making. This role serves as a technical escalation point and supports governance, incident response coordination, risk management, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution within one or more information security domains (governance, risk management, incident response coordination, vulnerability management, identity and access management, audit readiness) under the direction of the ISM Manager.
• Support ISMS and compliance execution for ISO 27001 and other applicable standards, including coordinating control evidence, maintaining audit artifacts, supporting internal and external audits, and tracking corrective actions.
• Perform and lead risk assessments across IT, OT, and business processes; maintain risk documentation and develop recommended mitigation approaches for ISM leadership review.
• Coordinate security incident response activities end-to-end with internal stakeholders and external providers; serve as a technical escalation point for complex incidents and lead advanced analysis.
• Draft, maintain, and enhance security policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures for ISM Manager approval.
• Design, improve, and maintain security processes, SOPs, workflows, and playbooks to support consistent and auditable execution.
• Provide consultative security guidance to IT, OT, Engineering, and business teams to integrate security requirements into operations and projects.
• Review analyst work for quality, completeness, and adherence to security processes; provide day-to-day functional guidance and technical direction to junior analysts.
• Support mentoring, knowledge transfer, and development of analyst capabilities across the team.
• Evaluate security tools and technologies and provide recommendations to support ISM Manager decision-making.
• Support security awareness and training initiatives through content contribution and operational support.
• Analyze security metrics and trends and communicate actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Support development and use of data analytics and automation capabilities within platforms such as Palantir Foundry, including integrating security data, building workflows, and enabling improved visibility into risk and operational performance.
• Contribute to identifying opportunities to apply analytics, automation, and AI-driven approaches to improve security operations, reporting, and decision-making.
• Provide day-to-day functional guidance and technical oversight to other team members.

Up to 25% travel required.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required, including full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and full hazmat suit with respirator.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of information security or cybersecurity experience, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently across multiple information security domains with limited supervision.
• Proven experience performing at or above the Information Security Analyst II level with consistent delivery of independent outcomes.
• Ability to lead execution of complex security activities and coordinate cross-functional efforts.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to translate security requirements, risk findings, and technical concepts into actionable guidance.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to provide functional leadership, mentorship, and guidance without formal managerial authority.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as Security+, CySA+, ISO 27001 Certified Certifications, or equivalent.
• Experience supporting or leading ISO 27001, NIST CSF, or similar compliance frameworks.
• Experience coordinating or supporting P1/P2 incident response activities in enterprise environments.
• Experience in manufacturing, operational technology (OT), or highly regulated environments.
• Familiarity with SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management tools, and identity and access management solutions.
• Experience contributing to process improvement initiatives and developing SOPs or playbooks.

Physical Demands

• Sit: 40% of the time
• Walk: 30% of the time
• Stand: 30% of the time

Required lifting and carrying frequency:

• Up to 10 lbs.: Rare
• Up to 20 lbs.: Rare
• Up to 35 lbs.: Rare
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Rare

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Retirement Savings & Investment Plan: 401(k) with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time-Off: Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, parental, and caregiver leave.
• Educational Assistance: Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Health Management and Wellbeing Programs: Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition support, neurodiversity resources, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources (available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following start date).
• Employee Recognition Program: High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition.
• Annual Bonus Program: Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.
• On-site Food Options: Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits, and employee events.

About the Company

Panasonic Energy is dedicated to transforming the world through sustainable energy by producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries. As the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory, Panasonic Energy is expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas. The company fosters innovation in lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in electric vehicles (EVs). Joining Panasonic Energy means contributing to a positive societal impact through sustainable energy solutions while working in an environment that values inclusion, belonging, and career growth.